“I know that leaders aren’t supposed to cry and especially not on TV, but we are having a humanitarian crisis,” she said. “And we’re doing all we can. And the worst fear is that we cannot get to everyone in time,” Cruz continued.

Elected officials continue to pressure the White House, as critics point out the current administration’s handling of relief efforts (or the lack thereof) is inching closer to that of Hurricane Katrina.

The Trump administration has promised to send financial relief to the victims of Hurricane Maria, although a specific dollar amount remains unclear. What’s also missing is a distinct timeline.

According to CNN, $5.03 billion of FEMA aid is available between now and the end of September. When the fiscal year begins again onOctober 1, the disaster relief fund will be replenished with an additional $6.7 billion.

Former President Barack Obama tweeted out a message of support to victims, while also directing followers to donate to One America Appeal, an initiative spurred in the wake of Hurricane Harvey which severely affected Houston, Texas and surrounding areas.